Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will revolutionize your pizza night! This zaatar eggplant pizza isn't just another ordinary pizza - it's a magical fusion of crispy crust, smoky roasted eggplant, and creamy tahini sauce that will make your mouth water and your kitchen smell like a Middle Eastern dream. Imagine a dish that combines the rustic charm of traditional pizza with the exotic spices of the Mediterranean, creating a flavor explosion that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced
- 2 tablespoons zaatar spice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup tahini sauce
- 1 pizza dough
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating.
- Slice the eggplant into thin rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Brush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle generously with zaatar spice, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the slices are golden and slightly crispy.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, creating a round or rectangular shape.
- Transfer the pizza dough to a pizza pan or preheated pizza stone. Brush the surface lightly with olive oil.
- Arrange the roasted eggplant slices evenly across the pizza dough, ensuring good coverage.
- Bake the pizza in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and an additional sprinkle of zaatar if desired.
- Slice the pizza and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Tips
- Choose a firm, fresh eggplant with smooth, glossy skin for the best roasting results.
- Don't rush the eggplant roasting - those golden, crispy edges are key to intense flavor.
- If you don't have a pizza stone, use a preheated baking sheet for a crispy crust.
- For extra flavor, toast your zaatar spice briefly in a dry pan before sprinkling on the eggplant.
- Make sure your oven is fully preheated to ensure a perfectly crisp pizza crust.
- Let the pizza rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to allow the tahini sauce to settle.
- For a more authentic touch, try making your own pizza dough from scratch.
- Experiment with additional toppings like crumbled feta or pine nuts for extra texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg
